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Beans

Cypressa have a wide range of dried beans and pulses available in both individual and bulk catering packs. Soaking beans overnight cuts down the cooking time.

Black eye beans - Small, cream beans with a distinctive black spot that are used in lots of American and African dishes Their nutty, earthy flavour is best suited to stews and casseroles.

Borlotti beans– The sweet flavour and creamy smooth texture of these pale brown beans makes them perfect for salads, bakes and casseroles.

White kidney beans – To some they are viewed as a healthy delicacy. Also known as Fagioli in Italian, they are very similar to cannelloni beans and complement, meaty casseroles and salads.

Dry foul beans – Part of the broad bean family, these dried beans are featured on many a Middle-Eastern menu and form the popular dish Foul Medames.

Red kidney – The essential addition to a Chilli Con Carne, many Mexican recipes and, stews and salads. These dark red North American beans are slightly sweet with a floury texture.

Pinto beans – Latin American and infamous as the basis for delicious Mexican refried beans. They are orange-pink in colour with rust-coloured specks but cooking transforms them into creamy-white with a fluffy in texture. Good in soups, salads and rich stews.

Butter beans –Large white beans with a rich, creamy texture. Best used as a side dish with tomato-based sauces and in casseroles.